Best around Kansai Spot List

Packed full of nutrients from plants from Japan and China

A foreign residence of highly exotic, colonial design

An oceanside hot springs resort with beautiful sunset views of Wakanoura

The modern architecture leaves a bold impression

An ancient temple with a beautiful garden, connected to Murasaki Shibibu

This lushly green shrine faces Midosuji boulevard and is more than 1600 years old

A gathering of popular fashion brands

Adorable sea creatures everywhere

Experience the charm of The Tale of Genji using all five senses

Experience the sensibility of an artist

Enjoy performances from maiko up close

Dedicated to Toyo'uke-no-Omikami

The landmark building for Americamura is here

Take a relaxed trip around Ine Bay by boat

A temple of the Nichiren sect on Mt. Ogura in Sagano. It is well-known for ”Hyakunin Isshu” (a collection of 100 poems by 100 different poets). In autumn, the nearby mountains awash with brilliant red leaves.

The main training center for Shingon Esoteric Buddhism with its iconic five-story pagoda, the key landmark of Kyoto's scenery. The temple is known as ”Daishi's temple.”

Learn about Nara's traditional crafts

Learn how Hideyoshi Toyotomi bathed

Tax-free electronics, games and toys store, 2 minutes from Amagatsuji Station — handy for sightseeing in Nara, with Tax Refund on all items.

A mortuary temple for the imperial household